as in numerous
being of a large but indefinite number
the advantages of the new accounting system are multifold
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Recent Examples of multifold
The homicide rate in Mexico increased multifold during Oseguera Cervantes’ reign.
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Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 22 Feb. 2026
Most investors in African startups focus on making equity investments, banking on a model that demands years-long patience with expectations for multifold returns should their portfolio companies become successful.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The advantage of inflating a tent off the side of the vehicle in this way is multifold.
—New Atlas, 24 Jan. 2026
The obstacles to higher uptake are multifold and stubborn.
—Elliot Haspel, The Atlantic, 28 Oct. 2025
His options are likely to be multifold, from podcasting like O'Brien to a streaming or cable series like Stewart or Letterman, although streamers have not yet successfully cracked the talk-show format, and anything with Colbert will likely come with a hefty salary.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 19 July 2025
The f—— changes that have happened in the Cub organization are multifold.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
The consequences of the increasingly urgent hostilities between Israel and Iran are multifold—humanitarian, geopolitical, and so on.
—Justin Worland, Time, 21 June 2025
Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 22 Feb. 2026
Most investors in African startups focus on making equity investments, banking on a model that demands years-long patience with expectations for multifold returns should their portfolio companies become successful.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The advantage of inflating a tent off the side of the vehicle in this way is multifold.
—New Atlas, 24 Jan. 2026
The obstacles to higher uptake are multifold and stubborn.
—Elliot Haspel, The Atlantic, 28 Oct. 2025
His options are likely to be multifold, from podcasting like O'Brien to a streaming or cable series like Stewart or Letterman, although streamers have not yet successfully cracked the talk-show format, and anything with Colbert will likely come with a hefty salary.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 19 July 2025
The f—— changes that have happened in the Cub organization are multifold.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
The consequences of the increasingly urgent hostilities between Israel and Iran are multifold—humanitarian, geopolitical, and so on.
—Justin Worland, Time, 21 June 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for multifold
Adjective
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The Gilgo Beach investigation began in earnest in 2010 after police found numerous sets of human remains along a remote beach highway on Long Island’s South Shore, setting off a search for a potential serial killer that attracted global interest and spawned a Hollywood movie.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
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And so, far from clearing up confusion, the provisions have sparked criticism from numerous TV writers and producers, including Academy members, who think the guidelines leave far too much room for AI to have a meaningful role on writing, acting and other creative disciplines in Emmy nominees.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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For many years, the top pick was determined by a coin flip between the worst teams in the Western and Eastern Conferences.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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Gunton said many others have come close.—
Madisen Keavy,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Hurley, already one of 17 men’s head coaches with multiple titles, would have become the seventh with at least three; his 20-6 NCAA Tournament record (77 percent) remains second to only John Wooden.—
Justin Williams,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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The Waterfront Park and pier are short blocks away, as are multiple churches, historic house tours, museums, the Gibbes art collection, and King Street retail shopping.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Multifold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multifold. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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